02/09/2026
Join us for our third webinar in our Rooted in Care Series:
Supporting Families through Perinatal and Infant Loss
February 12th, from 10am-12pm
Presenter: Marquita Straus, MSW, LICSW is a Perinatal Grief & Trauma Therapist, Death Doula, and founder of Imani’s Light Grief & Wellness Center. Marquita has over 15 years of serving BIPOC families. She has served as a full spectrum doula (birth, postpartum, and bereavement), breastfeeding peer counselor, childbirth educator, perinatal bereavement group facilitator, and is a trained midwife. She aims to inspire and empower people to show up authentically, while fiercely advocating for those navigating spaces that are not traditionally occupied by people of color.
Webinar overview: The loss of a baby during pregnancy, birth, or infancy is one of the most profoundly heartbreaking experiences a family can face. For birthworkers, supporting families through loss requires compassion, sensitivity, and an understanding of both the emotional and cultural dimensions of grief. This session provides an overview of perinatal and infant loss, including medical and social considerations, grief expressions, and the birthworker’s role in creating supportive, affirming care. Participants will gain tools for navigating difficult conversations, supporting memory-making, and connecting families to ongoing resources.
Objectives and Registration: https://perinatalsupport.org/event/pmh101-webinars2026/
